2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | X3 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
